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Mostly Cloudy
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Fairfield County, CT · Atlantic Ocean
Sherwood Island State Park
Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
Connecticut's first state park: a mile and a half of Long Island Sound beach with two lots, a 9/11 memorial grove, and views all the way to the New York skyline on clear days.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
NWS alert active · 82°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy. High near 82, with temperatures falling to around 78 in the afternoon. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 2:06pm edt until september 10 at 8:00am edt by nws upton ny
76 /100
great
71 Sunbathe
80 Walk
45 Fish
86 Photo
Best for photography today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 2:06PM EDT until September 10 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 1 to 3 feet expected. * WHERE...Long Island Sound, New York Harbor, Peconic and Gardiners Bays, and South Shore Bays from Jones Inlet through Shinnecock Bay. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
10:42 PM
7.2 ft · in 3.4h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (CTZ009)
The OKX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NYZ075 Kings (Brooklyn) — Coney Island Beach and Manhattan Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:27 AM
Sunset
7:13 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:20 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 4:31 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:42 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:01 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:10 AM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 5:22 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 11:31 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:46 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:56 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 6:10 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:18 AM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 6:29 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 12:39 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 6:56 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 7:11 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 1:22 PM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 7:41 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:48 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 7:53 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 2:05 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 8:27 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:34 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 8:36 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 2:50 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 9:13 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8465705, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
24%
72
76°
Sunny
2%
84
76°
Mostly Sunny
1%
85
78°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
35
78°
Mostly Sunny
3%
85
78°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free for CT-registered vehicles. Non-resident day pass: $15 weekday / $22 weekend ($7 after 4 PM), April – October.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted in the park; not allowed on the swim beach.
Entry Fee
$15 weekday / $22 weekend non-resident vehicle
Address
Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sherwood Island State Park today?
Sherwood Island State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Sherwood Island State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted in the park; not allowed on the swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Sherwood Island State Park?
$15 weekday / $22 weekend non-resident vehicle
Are there lifeguards at Sherwood Island State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sherwood Island State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sherwood Island State Park?
Amenities at Sherwood Island State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic area, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Sherwood Island State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Sherwood Island State Park located?
Sherwood Island State Park is in Fairfield County, CT, at Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS